Remiscitti

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup almond paste
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, butter, and sugar until crumbly. Add the beaten egg and milk and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch circles (or any desired shape). Place 1 teaspoon of the ricotta cheese, almond paste, cranberries, and almonds in the center of each circle.
4. Fold the circles in half and press the edges together with a fork to seal. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Remiscitti is an Italian pastry, typically served in the Calabrian region.
• Remiscitti are traditionally made with a ricotta cheese and almond paste filling, but other variations exist.
• Remiscitti are usually served as a dessert, but can also be served as a snack.